I've got 2 Ott floor lamps that I've had for over 8 yrs. (One was for our RV that we spent winters in searching for warm weather) and I have an Ott flip-type table lamp also. I love them..have used them extensively and still haven't had to replace the bulb. Hubby "stole" the Ott floor lamp that I had between my cutting table and sewing machine for his stained glass work, so I've been on the web to see who has them on sale now. Reading current reviews, I decided to use an old 3-way bulb floor lamp. Check reviews before buying. It seems that one out of about 5 reviews are favorable, the rest are not. Don't spend your money until you are sure. I still love mine, but I hesitate to buy a new one.